The best time of year to sell your home is march, here’s why. (upload mid march)

Sellers more motivated to find a new home

The month of March is the best time of the year to put your property on the market, shows research from Rightmove.

As the days get longer and people spend more time outdoors, buyers and sellers become more motivated to find a new home. Many are looking for gardens and outdoor space, especially since the pandemic.

Rightmove reports seeing the most buyers asking about properties for sale. This leads to competition between buyers, which means sellers have the best chance of selling. The number of new listings coming to the market is at its highest figure in March, but as buyer demand is normally so high, it’s still the best month to sell.

“For any sellers who might be conscious of coming to market at a time when the number of new listings has traditionally been high, the data shows us that the level of demand in March means sellers are likely to meet with multiple potential buyers competing for their home,” said Rightmove’s Head of Property Data Tim Bannister.

Be in the best position to buy

If you are looking to sell, you are most likely looking to purchase a new property too. With the market so competitive at the moment, if you are actively looking to move, it’s important to make sure you have your existing property on the market, or preferably have sold it subject to contract, to give yourself the best chance of getting your dream home.